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St. Baldrick's Event at the Eastridge Mall This Saturday

Erin — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:36:10 +0000

Be a hero for kids with cancer! Join Casper’s St. Baldrick’s event, and whether you decide to shave your head, volunteer, or donate, we hope you’ll be a part of the excitement. Casper’s event is planned for Saturday, March 16th at the Eastridge Mall and begins at 2:00 pm. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a [...]

"Build Your Own Birthday Bash" Option Offered For Scooby-Doo Live

Erin — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 17:06:55 +0000

The much-loved Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang take center stage in an all-new family musical, SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES, presented by Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Life Like Touring. Featuring everyone’s favorite characters from one of television’s longest-running animated series, SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES is set to thrill audiences at the Casper Events Center [...]

Sexist Children's Books or Super Sensitive Shopper?

Erin — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:40:36 +0000

London TV producer Krystina Meens posted this image of two children's books placed next to each other in a London Harrods department store that claims to have done away with gender marketing.

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Baby Wakes From Sleep For Favorite Song [Video]

Erin — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:59:54 +0000

This is little Amaya and her big sister McKayla. Amaya is fast asleep…until her favorite song comes on! McKayla’s awesome sense of humor makes this little video even more funny. This was just too cute not to share…enjoy! Here’s the original Facebook post.

A Mother Forced Her Toddler to Get a Tattoo – Is This Child Abuse? [VIDEO]

Big Jim — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:22:04 +0000

If you have not seen this yet, a lot of people (Including me) are outraged over this video that shows a three-year-old being held down and forced to get a tattoo.It’s not clear what the tattoo’s of. But a website in the Dominican Republic claims it’s a “666″ tattoo, and the mom is a member [...]

4-Year Old Tells Brother to 'Toughen Up'

Erin — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 18:18:01 +0000

4-year-old, Delilah O’Donoghue, informs her 2-year-old brother why it’s important to listen to their parents, not spit and refrain from fights with older boys. “You’re not old enough for that boy to … do a fight,” the girl advises. “That boy’s older than you. Maybe he’s 9 or 10 … or maybe 8.” Sounds like [...]

Pediatricians Urge Parents to Keep Kids Off Trampolines to Avoid Injuries

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 14:00:48 +0000

Trampolines might seem like a fun way to keep kids entertained and in shape when they are at home. But according to an updated policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) their risks outweigh their benefits. In fact, the AAP is now discouraging any home use of trampolines. “Pediatricians need to actively discourage recreational [...]

Study Finds Parents Can Allow Babies to Cry at Night

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:13:48 +0000

Babies can be exhausting enough during the day, but when they cry throughout the night the so-called bundles of joy can leave their parents cranky and depressed. However, a new study that was just published in Pediatrics could give wary moms a bit of a break. The research found that babies don’t suffer psychologically when [...]

Ways To Keep Your Child Safe in Casper

Nick Perkins — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:00:09 +0000

With news continuing to circulate that strangers are approaching children here in Casper, we decided to take it upon ourselves to come up with some tips on how to make sure your child stays safe when they are out of your sight. Obviously, the biggest component of this is communication. This seems like a no-brainer for most of us, but a lot of time and trouble can be saved by having conversations with your child. That being said, here is a list of 5 Tips for Keeping Your Child Safe.

Hero Dad Wears Skirts to Support His Skirt-Wearing Son

Emerald Catron — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:00:12 +0000

This really takes being a supportive dad to a whole new level — a father in Germany started wearing skirts so that his son would feel comfortable doing it to in front of classmates after moving to a new town. Bravo, sir. When they lived in West Berlin Pickert’s son wore skirts frequently, and so [...]

Temper Tantrums in Children Could Be a Sign of Serious Problems

Mike Adams — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:22:46 +0000

Witnessing a temper tantrum oozing from the sticky mouth of a spoiled little whipper-snapper is not only a less than desirable experience, but it also carries enough nerve-bending weight to turn us adults into the Jimmy Hoffa of the local cherry red behind union. However, a new study finds that maybe we shouldn’t act so [...]

Young Model With Down Syndrome Makes History

Shauna Wright — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:03:21 +0000

Models with Down syndrome aren’t new — earlier this year, Target drew praise for featuring a boy with the chromosomal condition in one of its ads. But in a first, a little girl with Down syndrome is now fronting a whole campaign.

Man Arrested for Killing Knuckle Children in Neighbor's Homes

Mike Adams — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:15:28 +0000

In a strange case of jerking and entering, an Oregon man was arrested earlier this week for allegedly breaking into people’s homes and wrestling the old bald headed champ while watching porn on their personal computers. Not only that, but apparently this twisted little monkey-spanking fiend wasn’t even considerate enough to clean up after himself [...]

Why Does Getting Married or Having a Baby Kill Job Satisfaction?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 20:16:02 +0000

If you’re a newlywed or a new parent who’s suddenly found yourself feeling less satisfied with your professional life, take heart — you aren’t alone. In fact, a new study shows that people are less satisfied at work for up to five years after those types of major life events. The Kingston University Business School [...]

Are Your Kids Becoming TV Addicts? Guess What the Cure Is

Shauna Wright — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 17:00:27 +0000

Want your kids to watch less TV? Spend more time with them. It’s that simple.

When Should Kids With ADHD Start Taking Medication?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 18:45:55 +0000

Medicating children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is seen as controversial in some circles, but a new study suggests kids who start taking the drugs as young as 4 years old may do better academically than those who start in middle school.

You'll Never Guess How Much Energy Toddlers Exert – It'll Exhaust You

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 20:18:00 +0000

When a toddler takes his or her afternoon nap, the rest is well-deserved. That’s because the daily activities of a 1- to 3-year-old is equivalent to an adult completing a whooping 83 rounds of boxing. Now that’s a workout.

Smartphones Are the Chic New Way to Keep Babies Quiet

Shauna Wright — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:43:30 +0000

In years past, parents would often quiet a crying child by giving him a toy or popping a pacifier in his mouth. But these days, it’s more likely that fussy kid will wind up with mom’s cell phone instead.

If You Want Your Kids to Turn Out Well, Get Them Involved in Music

Shauna Wright — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:36:17 +0000

Want to make your kids better people? Here’s new that will be music to your ears. Have them play instruments or sing together. A new study says playing instruments and singing together will make them more empathetic and allow them to more easily emotionally identify with others. Cambridge University’s Centre for Music and Science studied [...]

10 Creative Ideas for Keeping Your Kids Busy This Summer

Kathy Landin — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:50:24 +0000

Even though you love your kids dearly and want to spend time with them, the months that kids are out of school can be the longest of the year for any parent. The key to a peaceful summer household is keeping the kids busy and entertained. There are a lot of options for keeping kids [...]